- Part Time
- Leeds
- 12th October 2026
WebsiteLeeds Womens Aid
Refuge Night Worker (Female*)
- Refuge Night Worker (Female*)
- FTC – Maternity Cover 12 Months, Leeds, Part-time (Monday to Wednesday, 30 hours Per Week)
- Salary £21,840 per annum, plus 50p per hour night premium.
It's all about making a difference. Imagine being able to go home after work knowing everything you have done and will be doing is having a positive impact on someone.
Leeds Womens Aid (LWA) is the largest women's charitable organisation in Leeds and provides services for victims of domestic violence and abuse, honour-based violence, forced marriage, trafficking, stalking and harassment and is the lead agency for two consortia, Leeds Domestic Violence Service and Women's and Girls Alliance.
We are looking for a compassionate and supportive Refuge Night worker to join our team. The Out-of-hours Team are the first point of contact for, and access to LDVS for any person experiencing domestic violence and abuse. We work with victim-survivors providing a 24-hour helpline service and specialist guidance to our residents residing at our refuge accommodation.
You will need:
- A good understanding of the impact of domestic violence and abuse on victim survivors, children and their families.
- Experience of telephone based and/or customer service advice or support work.
- The ability to work under pressure in stressful or difficult situations.
- Great listening skills
- Able to work within an operational multi agency environment
- Able to lone work
The closing date is 9.00 am on Monday 12th October 2026; interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd October 2026.
LWA is fully committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and applications are welcome from all sections of the community.
LWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before taking up this position.
*Posts are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)
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Refuge Night Worker (Female\\*) in Leeds employer: Women's Aid Federation of England
Women's Aid is an exceptional employer dedicated to ending domestic abuse against women and children, offering a supportive remote work environment that prioritises flexibility and work-life balance. With generous annual leave, valuable pension benefits, and a commitment to employee growth through training and development, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of survivors. Join us in a culture that values diversity and inclusivity, where your contributions will help shape policy and practice for a better future.
Contact Details:
Women's Aid Federation of England Recruitment Team
